Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Open Dialogue Practitioner to facilitate the ongoing development of the Peer Supported Open Dialogue (POD) service within KMPT, the only stand-alone NHS Open Dialogue service in the UK.
In this role, you will promote POD and co-facilitate training sessions for staff. Your responsibilities include working alongside pod-trained staff and trainees, supporting service users and their social networks from crisis to recovery, and integrating this care model throughout KMPT.
Main duties of the job
You must be a trained and registered mental health professional (nurse, OT, therapist) currently trained in or participating in recognized Open Dialogue training by KMPT. You should have at least 2 years of post-registration experience or experience working within an Open Dialogue team, engaging with service users and their social networks in crisis, and understanding peer-supported work. Experience in prioritizing casework, task delegation, liaising with stakeholders, and awareness of clinical governance are also desirable. Willingness to co-facilitate POD training is essential.
Working for our organisation
Join us in the Garden of England, where we offer excellent professional development and a high quality of life. KMPT provides mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' overall by the CQC and 'Outstanding' for care, our 3,283 staff work across 66 buildings and 33 locations over 1,450 square miles.
Be part of a friendly, passionate, and diverse team committed to delivering excellent care to our service users and their families. Our work environment promotes kindness and compassion, recognizing everyone’s vital role in service delivery.
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